Saturday, 8th March 20:00
CPO - Centre Pluriculturel et Social d'Ouchy
The Village Players Present: We Are Merely Players
A Weekend of Captivating Short Plays!
Join us for the premiere of the Village Players' Short Play Production Weekend, a celebration of storytelling, drama, and humor. Over three evenings, we’ll showcase three powerful and diverse short plays, brought to life by our talented directors and cast.
1. The Breakdown by A. Dürrenmatt
Directed by Alessio Siviglia
A Dark Comedy
A car breakdown leads a traveling salesperson to a mysterious villa owned by a retired judge. What begins as a simple plea for help spirals into an absurd, impromptu trial where reality and role-play intertwine. Will justice be served, or is the truth the biggest casualty of all?
2. Note to Sixth-Grade Self by Julie Orringer
Directed by Tristan Pannatier
A Heartfelt Drama
A woman journeys back to her 12-year-old self during the turmoil of middle school—grappling with bullying and the longing for belonging. As her adult self offers guidance, questions arise: can she change her past, or is this a chance to reconcile with it? A touching exploration of resilience and self-discovery.
3. The Proposal by Anton Chekhov
Directed by Alexandra Shelest
A Hilarious Farce
A landowner visits his neighbor with a marriage proposal for her daughter. But instead of romance, a chaotic clash of egos and comical misunderstandings ensues. Will they pop the champagne, or will stubbornness derail the engagement? Laughter guaranteed in this classic Chekhovian comedy.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of theater where "We Are Merely Players" reminds us of the laughter, heartbreak, and humanity that connect us all.
Don't miss it!
